Pain- Fibromyalgia Patho Flashcards
1
Q
Fibromyalgia definition
A
Enhanced sensitivity to stimuli and pain is described as a constant dull ache in all 4 quadrants of the body
2
Q
Fibromyalgia is often accompanied with what?
A
Fatigue, sleep disturbances
3
Q
Proposed causes of fibromyalgia
A
Abnormalities in the neuroendocrine system, ANS
Genetic risk factors, associated with affective disorders
Environmental triggers, physical, psychosocial stressors
Central sensitization
4
Q
FDA-approved treatments for fibromyalgia
A
duloxetine, milnacipran, pregabalin
